Easy Shrimp Chow Mein

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 8 oz chow mein noodles
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

15-20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cook the noodles according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
3. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. Add the onion, celery, carrots, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Stir in the soy sauce, ground ginger, garlic powder, and black pepper.
6. Add the shrimp back to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through.
7. Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of recipe):

• Calories: 325
• Fat: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 20g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Crispy noodles
• Colorful vegetables
• Simple and easy to make

User Comments:

• "This was a delicious and easy meal that the whole family loved."
• "I added some sliced water chestnuts for extra crunch, and it turned out great."
• "Perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner. The combination of textures and flavors is just right."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To make a vegetarian version, omit the shrimp and add extra vegetables, such as broccoli or baby corn.
• If you don't have sesame oil, you can substitute vegetable oil.
• Serve immediately for the best texture.